Charles & Camilla Revealed their first state trip

King Charles III will visit France and Germany for his first state visits since becoming monarch.

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The visit is an effort to build bridges with Britain's European neighbors after years of strained relations caused by Brexit.

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The visit is significant as it will be the first state visit by a British monarch since 2015.

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The trip is from March 26-31 and Charles will be accompanied by the queen consort Camilla.

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They will be hosted by Presidents Emanuel Macron of France and Frank-Walter Steinmeier of Germany.

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The visit will celebrate the nations' shared history and values.

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Charles recently met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at Windsor Castle.

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